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Mastering Node.js Web Development: Go on a comprehensive journey from the fundamentals to advanced web development with Node.js
Unlock the full potential of Node.js with practical skills to develop and deploy scalable and high-performance server-side applications that enhance your client-side projects
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Key FeaturesServer-side applications with Node.js, covering HTTP requests, static and dynamic content delivery, form data processing, and RESTful web servicesHands-on examples, step-by-step code listings, and best practices for building and deploying server applicationsCommon services like authentication, managing application state, and performance optimizationBook DescriptionDive into the world of Node.js with this comprehensive guide, taking you from foundational concepts to practical web development mastery. Written by an industry veteran with over 50 programming books under his belt, this book will help both beginners and seasoned developers.
Gain a deep understanding of the most important server-side features in web development with Node.js. The first part of the book will get you up to speed with basic features of Node.js and TypeScript. In the second part, you’ll elevate your skills by creating simplified implementations of key server-side features to understand how they work and how they are presented to clients. Armed with the understanding gained from implementing each feature, you will be able to replace custom code with production-ready open-source packages.
The third part will help you understand how server-side features are combined for practical web development. Using Adam Freeman’s signature SportsStore application, you will learn how to develop client and server-side components, culminating in a thorough application deployment preparation.
By the end of this Node.js book, you will be able to build and deploy server applications to support HTTP clients, including JavaScript applications created with frameworks such as Angular and React.
What you will learnProcess HTTP requests and perform file operationsCreate RESTful web services that can be consumed by client-side appsWork with server apps serving JavaScript clients, such as React and AngularLeverage Node.js to work with popular databasesApply practical knowledge through building the SportsStore projectAuthenticate users and authorize access to application featuresWho this book is forThis book is for programmers with a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS who are transitioning into JavaScript development and are looking to master the implementation of server-side applications.
Table of ContentsGetting ReadyWorking with the Node.js ToolsJavaScript and TypeScript PrimerUnderstanding Node.js ConcurrencyHandling HTTP RequestsUsing Node.js StreamsUsing Bundles and Content SecurityUnit Testing and DebuggingCreating the Example ProjectUsing HTML TemplatesHandling Form DataUsing DatabasesUsing SessionsRESTful Web ServicesAuthenticating A Real Navigation and Orders and
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Key FeaturesServer-side applications with Node.js, covering HTTP requests, static and dynamic content delivery, form data processing, and RESTful web servicesHands-on examples, step-by-step code listings, and best practices for building and deploying server applicationsCommon services like authentication, managing application state, and performance optimizationBook DescriptionDive into the world of Node.js with this comprehensive guide, taking you from foundational concepts to practical web development mastery. Written by an industry veteran with over 50 programming books under his belt, this book will help both beginners and seasoned developers.
Gain a deep understanding of the most important server-side features in web development with Node.js. The first part of the book will get you up to speed with basic features of Node.js and TypeScript. In the second part, you’ll elevate your skills by creating simplified implementations of key server-side features to understand how they work and how they are presented to clients. Armed with the understanding gained from implementing each feature, you will be able to replace custom code with production-ready open-source packages.
The third part will help you understand how server-side features are combined for practical web development. Using Adam Freeman’s signature SportsStore application, you will learn how to develop client and server-side components, culminating in a thorough application deployment preparation.
By the end of this Node.js book, you will be able to build and deploy server applications to support HTTP clients, including JavaScript applications created with frameworks such as Angular and React.
What you will learnProcess HTTP requests and perform file operationsCreate RESTful web services that can be consumed by client-side appsWork with server apps serving JavaScript clients, such as React and AngularLeverage Node.js to work with popular databasesApply practical knowledge through building the SportsStore projectAuthenticate users and authorize access to application featuresWho this book is forThis book is for programmers with a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS who are transitioning into JavaScript development and are looking to master the implementation of server-side applications.
Table of ContentsGetting ReadyWorking with the Node.js ToolsJavaScript and TypeScript PrimerUnderstanding Node.js ConcurrencyHandling HTTP RequestsUsing Node.js StreamsUsing Bundles and Content SecurityUnit Testing and DebuggingCreating the Example ProjectUsing HTML TemplatesHandling Form DataUsing DatabasesUsing SessionsRESTful Web ServicesAuthenticating A Real Navigation and Orders and
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Published June 24, 2024
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August 2, 2024
If you're looking to get into Node.Js development, I would highly recommend this book!
It covers tall of the basics making it very beginner friendly and takes the reader on a journey that culminates in the creation of a Sporting goods web store with a database backend, data validation, administration and many more features.
It covers tall of the basics making it very beginner friendly and takes the reader on a journey that culminates in the creation of a Sporting goods web store with a database backend, data validation, administration and many more features.
February 24, 2025
"Mastering Node.js Web Development" by Adam Freeman is a well-structured guide that takes readers on a comprehensive journey through web development with Node.js. The book starts with the fundamentals, introducing key concepts and TypeScript, then moves on to building server-side functionalities, and finally covers complete application development, integrating both client and server components.
One of its main strengths is its practical approach: each concept is accompanied by concrete, detailed examples, making it easier to transition from theory to practice. The book covers a broad range of topics, from handling HTTP requests to creating RESTful APIs, implementing authentication systems, and deploying applications. Freeman’s clear explanations and the book’s progressive structure make it a great resource for learning step by step.
However, the book’s wide scope can also be a limitation. Some topics might be covered too briefly, which could be frustrating for those looking for deeper technical insights. Additionally, as with many technical books, there may be minor inaccuracies in the code, so it's always a good idea to double-check the examples.
Overall, Mastering Node.js Web Development is a valuable resource for anyone looking to develop solid full-stack skills with Node.js. Despite some limitations in depth, its practical and well-structured approach makes it an excellent reference for developers of various experience levels.
One of its main strengths is its practical approach: each concept is accompanied by concrete, detailed examples, making it easier to transition from theory to practice. The book covers a broad range of topics, from handling HTTP requests to creating RESTful APIs, implementing authentication systems, and deploying applications. Freeman’s clear explanations and the book’s progressive structure make it a great resource for learning step by step.
However, the book’s wide scope can also be a limitation. Some topics might be covered too briefly, which could be frustrating for those looking for deeper technical insights. Additionally, as with many technical books, there may be minor inaccuracies in the code, so it's always a good idea to double-check the examples.
Overall, Mastering Node.js Web Development is a valuable resource for anyone looking to develop solid full-stack skills with Node.js. Despite some limitations in depth, its practical and well-structured approach makes it an excellent reference for developers of various experience levels.
June 28, 2024
I am still digesting this book (at about half of through), but it answered my relatively newbie questions already and I found the most difficult (for me it was the Node's code execution, concurrency model) topics explained so well I am not worried I can embrace the modern NodeJS - based Web development.
I found the most precious the topics on data models, debugging and RESTFULL services ( I am on a data wrangling spree ). The real application example is a real gem - allows to solidify and repeat learn the material.
The harder parts I wish could be easier are the ones on security, Docker and deployment in general.
My advice for a book reader - learn the NPM commands and make helper scripts.
I found the most precious the topics on data models, debugging and RESTFULL services ( I am on a data wrangling spree ). The real application example is a real gem - allows to solidify and repeat learn the material.
The harder parts I wish could be easier are the ones on security, Docker and deployment in general.
My advice for a book reader - learn the NPM commands and make helper scripts.
August 7, 2024
This book is a good starter to deep in node development.
First 3 chapters do a good job introducing the reader into the environment. The premier is reduced to only one chapter yet enough to get the essentials of JS and TS to continue with the main topic of the book; Node.js. Although I personally believe the first chapter could be an introduction or a preface rather than a chapter per se.
From here I recommend having the Node.js documentation (and maybe the JS’ if you’ve missed or didn’t get something in the premier). Concurrency and streams aren’t an easy cookie so you’ll struggle a bit because of the abstractions Node does.
Unit testing was one of my favourites chapters (after the premier). The author shares his experience and teaches testing in a short and concise manner. Even though I believe there’s room to include more examples you could read a more specialised book in this matter.
After that tough passage we’re ready to start diving into more web-dev stuff. And the book does a great job showing the potential of pure Node and also some third-party libraries. The thing I liked the most at this point is that until now the author has used a code style similar to mine. Trying to get everything in their place and taking advantage of modules as much as possible. This makes the code examples (and projects) cleaner, therefore easier to follow.
And finally we get to the capstone of the book (IMO). The big project “Sports Store”. Even though I’m not a big fan of splitting the project in many chapters I believe the author made the right call here. Since the project evolves to the point we prepare it to be deployed in a production environment using containers. Of course there’re many ways to do that depending on your actual project.
Things I didn’t like:
- Summary tables at the beginning of the chapters may be confusing or even can give the reader the notion that they already know enough.
- This might be subjective. I believe the author shouldn’t take that big shot trying to stuff a lot of things in a unique book. I think the author could’ve omitted the premier part (even though it was a good chapter) to include more details in the node.js stuff. That he includes references (some links are broken BTW) but could have been included as a summary at least. For example the event loop Node uses; the phases to be more concrete.
Things I did like:
- Good code samples. Clean and right to the point. Highlighting the important stuff. - The project is one that gives the reader a sense of working in a real-world project. I mean this in a way that the author makes the project grow progressively
- Not sure if the author intended this book to be beginner friendly. But this books is beginner friendly enough to get you ready to start developing web apps. The rest comes from here comes from experience.
First 3 chapters do a good job introducing the reader into the environment. The premier is reduced to only one chapter yet enough to get the essentials of JS and TS to continue with the main topic of the book; Node.js. Although I personally believe the first chapter could be an introduction or a preface rather than a chapter per se.
From here I recommend having the Node.js documentation (and maybe the JS’ if you’ve missed or didn’t get something in the premier). Concurrency and streams aren’t an easy cookie so you’ll struggle a bit because of the abstractions Node does.
Unit testing was one of my favourites chapters (after the premier). The author shares his experience and teaches testing in a short and concise manner. Even though I believe there’s room to include more examples you could read a more specialised book in this matter.
After that tough passage we’re ready to start diving into more web-dev stuff. And the book does a great job showing the potential of pure Node and also some third-party libraries. The thing I liked the most at this point is that until now the author has used a code style similar to mine. Trying to get everything in their place and taking advantage of modules as much as possible. This makes the code examples (and projects) cleaner, therefore easier to follow.
And finally we get to the capstone of the book (IMO). The big project “Sports Store”. Even though I’m not a big fan of splitting the project in many chapters I believe the author made the right call here. Since the project evolves to the point we prepare it to be deployed in a production environment using containers. Of course there’re many ways to do that depending on your actual project.
Things I didn’t like:
- Summary tables at the beginning of the chapters may be confusing or even can give the reader the notion that they already know enough.
- This might be subjective. I believe the author shouldn’t take that big shot trying to stuff a lot of things in a unique book. I think the author could’ve omitted the premier part (even though it was a good chapter) to include more details in the node.js stuff. That he includes references (some links are broken BTW) but could have been included as a summary at least. For example the event loop Node uses; the phases to be more concrete.
Things I did like:
- Good code samples. Clean and right to the point. Highlighting the important stuff. - The project is one that gives the reader a sense of working in a real-world project. I mean this in a way that the author makes the project grow progressively
- Not sure if the author intended this book to be beginner friendly. But this books is beginner friendly enough to get you ready to start developing web apps. The rest comes from here comes from experience.
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